residual
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For a while, they’re obscured by the residual blood droplets that I can’t seem to wipe from my vision.
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As soon as the procedure was completed, the coffin was covered with the lava-infiltrated earth and a dusting of some residual ash that had drifted to Selfoss from the recently erupted volcano.
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There was still some residual smoke emanating from Mrs. Hobart’s neck.
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I can so clearly see you demanding something from the performing arts that just isn’t residual there.
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The residual smoke from the feathers has made my eyes teary, which adds a very nice touch.
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.